1981 Seat 127 vs. 1981 Seat Ronda

To start off, both 1981 Seat 127 and 1981 Seat Ronda were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,193 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Seat Ronda (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Seat Ronda weights approximately 195 kg more than 1981 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Seat Ronda (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Seat 127 1981 Seat Ronda
Make Seat Seat
Model 127 Ronda
Year Released 1981 1981
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 901 cc 1193 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 47 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 63 Nm 91 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Vehicle Weight 705 kg 900 kg
Vehicle Length 3600 mm 4020 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2460 mm


 

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